Diabetic neurophaty
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Veronica & Babu-chiri
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The form of B12 you want to get is methylcobalamin, most people use zobaline which has B12 (methylcobalamin) and folic acid I don't know if it's avaible in the UK
Idjit's mom
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Maybe this information will help 
http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/...-vit-b12-and-other-need-to-know-stuff.137376/
METHYL B12 FOR DIABETIC NEUROPATHY (weak back legs)
Back leg weakness is fairly common in newly diagnosed diabetics and those who remain in high blood glucose levels. This can resolve entirely! Many people have found that supplementing methyl B12 (methylcobalamin) helps speed the healing process. (Although some cats will not recover completely unless they get into a healthier blood glucose range.)
People in the US often use a methyl B12 supplement called 'Zobaline' specifically made for cats. And UK folks used to use that also, but it has now become expensive to import.
One alternative is to use 'Dr's Best fully active B12' methylcobalamin. To equal the 3mg Zobaline dose you will need two of the Dr's Best capsules. Zobaline also contains a small amount of folic acid. And if you want to copy the Zobaline formula you can add the folic acid also. One drop of 'BioCare Vitasorb Folic Acid' liquid should contain the 200 mcg necessary (but check the product details beforehand to be sure).
'Bodykind' is one place where both supplements are available:
Folic acid: https://www.bodykind.com/product/81...id-folic-acid-15ml.aspx#ctl00_cpBody_contents
Dr's Best B12: https://www.bodykind.com/product/4749-best-fully-active-b12-60-x-1500mcg-vegicaps.aspx?Referer=Froogle_Best-Fully-Active-B12-60-x-1500mcg-Vegicaps&utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=price comparison&utm_campaign=Best-Fully-Active-B12-60-x-1500mcg-Vegicaps&gclid=CjwKEAjwps2_BRC5jduHor-h8xESJADGT-Lt7IdposUdW87VD_9f6kVU9lGGBcs984M-fsFHOpJdkxoCP3Tw_wcB#ctl00_cpBody_contents
Methylcobalamin has no discernable taste, so can mix easily into a little bit of the cat's food.
POTASSIUM DEFICIENCY - another possible cause of leg weakness...
Some diabetic kitties can also become low on potassium, especially if they are peeing a lot. A blood test will be needed to see if the cat's potassium levels are low. If low, potassium can be supplemented. But this must be done carefully, under the guidance of your vet.
http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/...-vit-b12-and-other-need-to-know-stuff.137376/
METHYL B12 FOR DIABETIC NEUROPATHY (weak back legs)
Back leg weakness is fairly common in newly diagnosed diabetics and those who remain in high blood glucose levels. This can resolve entirely! Many people have found that supplementing methyl B12 (methylcobalamin) helps speed the healing process. (Although some cats will not recover completely unless they get into a healthier blood glucose range.)
People in the US often use a methyl B12 supplement called 'Zobaline' specifically made for cats. And UK folks used to use that also, but it has now become expensive to import.
One alternative is to use 'Dr's Best fully active B12' methylcobalamin. To equal the 3mg Zobaline dose you will need two of the Dr's Best capsules. Zobaline also contains a small amount of folic acid. And if you want to copy the Zobaline formula you can add the folic acid also. One drop of 'BioCare Vitasorb Folic Acid' liquid should contain the 200 mcg necessary (but check the product details beforehand to be sure).
'Bodykind' is one place where both supplements are available:
Folic acid: https://www.bodykind.com/product/81...id-folic-acid-15ml.aspx#ctl00_cpBody_contents
Dr's Best B12: https://www.bodykind.com/product/4749-best-fully-active-b12-60-x-1500mcg-vegicaps.aspx?Referer=Froogle_Best-Fully-Active-B12-60-x-1500mcg-Vegicaps&utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=price comparison&utm_campaign=Best-Fully-Active-B12-60-x-1500mcg-Vegicaps&gclid=CjwKEAjwps2_BRC5jduHor-h8xESJADGT-Lt7IdposUdW87VD_9f6kVU9lGGBcs984M-fsFHOpJdkxoCP3Tw_wcB#ctl00_cpBody_contents
Methylcobalamin has no discernable taste, so can mix easily into a little bit of the cat's food.
POTASSIUM DEFICIENCY - another possible cause of leg weakness...
Some diabetic kitties can also become low on potassium, especially if they are peeing a lot. A blood test will be needed to see if the cat's potassium levels are low. If low, potassium can be supplemented. But this must be done carefully, under the guidance of your vet.
Oksana
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Veronica & Babu-chiri
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ThanksThank you!
Babu-chiri is handsome
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